Radiation Support - Junior/Intermediate Level

Poutrix; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 66,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable design is seeking motivated Junior and Intermediate scientists and engineers in the Greater Toronto Area. This role focuses on radiological science and offers opportunities to work on innovative, impactful projects in the nuclear energy sector while contributing to client safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred.
• Junior candidates should have 2 years experience, Intermediate candidates 6 years with 3+ in radiological sciences.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing environmental data to support projects.
• Drafting technical and non-technical reports.
• Performing risk assessment calculations using tools.

Skills

Mathematics

Radiochemistry

Radiological Engineering

Health Physics

Radiation Protection

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Radiation Science, Nuclear Science, Health Physics, Engineering

Master’s degree in related fields

Job description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated toimproving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description

Arcadis Canada is seeking motivated and passionate Junior and Intermediate scientists and engineers to join our Rad-Risk Group in the Greater Toronto Area. This role offers the opportunity to work within the field of radiological science and engineering, contributing to a variety of innovative and impactful projects. Our team tackles challenges across the nuclear fuel cycle, from mining to waste management and new reactors. We also lead initiatives focused on managing Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM) in mining and industrial applications. If you are passionate about advancing radiological science and contributing to impactful projects in the nuclear and environmental sectors, we encourage you to apply and join our innovative team!

As part of the Rad-Risk Group, you’ll have the chance to explore diverse areas, including:

• Strategic advice and regulatory compliance
• Radiological and chemical safety assessments
• Radiation shielding assessments and impact evaluations
• Radiological monitoring, survey planning, and radiation protection program management

You will play a critical role in delivering high-quality projects related to risk, safety, and environmental impact for clients in the nuclear energy sector, while also gaining exposure to other areas of our business.

Role accountabilities

In this position, you will work collaboratively under the guidance of Project Managers, contributing to various project tasks such as:

• Analyzing and interpreting environmental data to support client projects
• Drafting technical reports for clients and regulators, as well as non-technical documents for the general public
• Performing and documenting risk assessment calculations using tools like MicroShield, RESRAD, or spreadsheets, and occasionally assisting with dispersion or shielding modeling
• Conducting quality assurance checks on calculations and reports to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Reviewing scientific literature and data to select appropriate parameters for projects
• Coordinating project budgets and schedules to meet client expectations

Additionally, you will support proposal preparation, including defining project scopes, work plans, qualifications, budgets, and schedules. You will also contribute to client development activities, including opportunities to present at industry conferences.

Maintaining a commitment to quality and excellence, you will ensure that all deliverables meet the highest standards and align with Arcadis’ values.

Education and Qualifications

• ABachelor’s degreein Science, Radiation Science, Nuclear Science and Engineering, Health Physics, Engineering, or a related field is required. AMaster’s degreein these fields is preferred.
• Junior candidatesshould have at least 2 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Intermediate candidatesshould have at least 6 years of experience, including 3+ years specifically in radiological sciences and engineering.
• Strong skills in mathematics (including statistics), radiochemistry, radiological and nuclear engineering, health physics, and radiation protection are highly desirable. Experience with shielding models is considered a significant asset.

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The salary range for this position is $66,000-99,000. The base salary represents Arcadis’ hiring range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualification for the role.

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